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Picky, Picky Pete (Paperback)

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Description


My oh My - why are you so picky?
Because this shirt is really itchy

Pete finds his clothes uncomfortable and can't stand "paint, soap, and things with lumps." He explains this to his mother and the reader in this fun children's book, as he and mom navigate a difficult, but typical, morning in the life of a young boy with sensory issues. Written by an occupational therapist, this picture book is a must-have for any child with sensory processing disorder.

Michele Griffin is a pediatric occupational therapist. While working as a therapist, she was intrigued by the children who were 'extra-sensitive'. They often demonstrated strong dislikes for haircuts, loud noises, tags in shirts, seams on socks and food with lumps. Sensitive children, or those with sensory issues, are challenging for parents to rear These children and their parents are the inspiration for this book, which helps foster communication, tolerance and understanding between parent and child.

About the Author


Michele Griffin is a pediatric occupational therapist. While working as a therapist, she was intrigued by the children who were 'extra-sensitive'. They often demonstrated strong dislikes for haircuts, loud noises, tags in shirts, seams on socks and food with lumps. Sensitive children, or those with sensory issues, are challenging for parents to rear! These children and their parents are the inspiration for this book, which helps foster communication, tolerance and understanding between parent and child. Michele is a compulsive 'doodler' and watercolor artist; she illustrated Picky Pete as well.

Product Details
ISBN: 9781935567219
ISBN-10: 1935567217
Publisher: Future Horizons
Publication Date: March 1st, 2010
Pages: 48
Language: English